2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1961 Mazda R 360
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1961 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 938 kg more than 1961 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1961 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tracker | R 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
